Luther Hackman vs. Glendon Rusch — Career Comparison

Glendon Rusch built a career as a starting pitcher and Luther Hackman as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Glendon Rusch led in strikeout rate (K%+ 96 vs 76), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 101 vs 86), and walk avoidance (BB%+ 109 vs 95). Luther Hackman held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 91 vs 83). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Glendon Rusch.